Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung ST150F
90 Imaging
40 Features
43 Overall
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96 Imaging
40 Features
30 Overall
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Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung ST150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 238g - 125 x 64 x 33mm
- Announced July 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 114g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
- Announced January 2013
Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung ST150F Overview
Following is a extensive review of the Pentax WG-3 GPS and Samsung ST150F, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-3 GPS (16MP) and the ST150F (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe WG-3 GPS was brought out 7 months after the ST150F so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the WG-3 GPS matches up versus the ST150F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung ST150F Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax WG-3 GPS and Samsung ST150F. The entire galleries are available at Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery and Samsung ST150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 GPS over the Samsung ST150F
WG-3 GPS | ST150F | |||
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Announced | July 2013 | January 2013 | More modern by 7 months | |
Focus manually | More exact focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST150F over the Pentax WG-3 GPS
ST150F | WG-3 GPS |
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Common features in the Pentax WG-3 GPS and Samsung ST150F
WG-3 GPS | ST150F | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen size | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | No Touch screen |
Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung ST150F Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax WG-3 GPS has got external measurements of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST150F has proportions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Look at the Pentax WG-3 GPS and Samsung ST150F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the WG-3 GPS compared to the ST150F.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-3 GPS and ST150F is 90 and 96 respectively.
Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung ST150F Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes only by looking at technical specs. The picture here will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-3 GPS and ST150F.
As you can tell, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels so you should expect similar quality of files however you may want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher WG-3 GPS should have an advantage in sensor technology.
Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung ST150F Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung ST150F Specifications
Pentax WG-3 GPS | Samsung ST150F | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Pentax | Samsung |
Model | Pentax WG-3 GPS | Samsung ST150F |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-07-19 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 1s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.40 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 238 gr (0.52 pounds) | 114 gr (0.25 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 images | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $350 | $300 |